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Corrine Eleanor Wick, 79, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born Feb. 13, 1944, to Raymond and Eleanor (Aiken) Wick. Corrine married Kenneth W. Erickson in March of 1960, and in their 18 years of marriage they raised six children. Corrine came from a family of many siblings. Growing up she understood the value of having brothers and sisters to play with and learn from. There would be no surprise when she created a large family of her own. She... Full story
She was beautiful. Sarah Ann Hamilton, 44, passed over to be with her creator on Dec. 14, 2023, in her home, surrounded by loved ones. Sarah was born to Robert and Lynn Hunt in Tomah, Wisconsin on Aug. 24, 1979, and grew up in Cloquet. She was married to Chad Hamilton on Nov. 24, 2000, and gave birth to her two wonderful children, Alexander and Isabel. She spent 22 years as a dedicated military spouse who found her passion through Access Consciousness and selflessly gave to her community of... Full story
Robert J. “Rob” Laaksonen, 77, of Cloquet passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023. He was born Feb. 27, 1946, to John and Erna (Morken) Laaksonen in Cloquet. He was a 1964 graduate of Cloquet High School and furthered his education at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Rob was employed at Potlatch for more than 25 years and retired in 2002. He was a member of the Cloquet Connection and frequently traveled with them in support of UMD hockey. Rob is survived by his wife of 47 years, Gail Laa... Full story
Tori Ann Jordan was a caring mother, grandmother, significant other, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend and more. She left this world far too soon on Dec. 13, 2023, at age 45 after a three-and-a-half-year battle with epithelioid hemangioendothelioma cancer. She was born to Kathleen Latture and Terry Jordan on Sept. 2, 1978. In high school, Tori met the love of her life, Adam Seavey. Together, they had three children, Savanna, Ethan and Hunter. Being a mother was Tori's passion, and when she was not raising her own kids, she was helping to... Full story
Sherman D. Wisneski, 91, of Cloquet, passed away Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. Sherm was born Oct. 12, 1932, in Cloquet, the son of Stanley and Myrtle (Erickson) Wisneski. He worked as a truck driver for Dahlen Transport and was a member of the Teamsters Union. Sherm especially loved fishing and also enjoyed hunting and woodworking. Sherman was preceded in death by his parents; son, Donald Wisneski; daughter, Sherri Wisneski; and brothers, Stanley and Peter W... Full story
Cheryl Marie Tiessen was born Sept. 4, 1960, to Dayle and Barbara (Tougas) Klister in Cloquet, Minnesota. She passed away at her home in Cloquet, at the age of 63, on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Services were previously held. Nelson Funeral Care.... Full story
Maxine Doran of Kimball died peacefully Friday afternoon, Dec. 8, 2023, with family at her side, at Hilltop Health Care Center in Watkins of Parkinson's disease. She was 84. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, at Kimball Christian Church with Pastor Tom Kopp officiating. Visitation will begin one hour before the service, and continue with a luncheon at the church following the service. Burial will be in Kimball Cemetery. Maxine Jean Johnson was born November 8,... Full story
Joyce Lavern Okerstrom passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023 in Essentia Health, St. Mary’s Medical Center Duluth, Minnesota the age of 93. Joyce was born in and was a long time resident of Cloquet, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Leroy and Sophie Okerstrom and is survived by her brother Tom Okerstrom and brother-in-law Marv Swanson, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Roland Okerstrom and his wife Eileen Okerstrom, her sister P... Full story
Marilyn Mae (Cran) Lundquist passed away peacefully with her sons by her side on Dec. 6, 2023, at her seasonal home in Sarasota, Florida. She was born on Oct. 8, 1929, in Duluth to Cecil and Petronella (Nellie) Cran. She was one of seven children who grew up in a little house on Voss Avenue. Marilyn graduated in 1947 from Denfeld High School. In 1950 she married the love of her life, Gordy, and their adventures began. In 1952 these kids built and opened their first drive-in restaurant in... Full story
Joyce Arlene Suominen Layon, 85, of Kettle River died peacefully on Dec. 10, 2023, in The North Shore Estates in Duluth. She was born on June 20, 1938, in Cloquet to Leo and Sylvia Suominen. Joyce grew up in the Esko and Cloquet area, where she attended school. She later worked at the paper mill in Cloquet, where she met Lloyd Layon. On April 4, 1959, Joyce married Lloyd in Minneapolis. They lived in the Twin Cities area for a short time and Joyce worked as an elevator operator at the Foshay... Full story
Lynne Ann Roginski, 82 of Cloquet passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Dec. 10, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth. She was born on Oct. 10, 1941, in Cloquet to Joseph and Marjorie (Scheff) Stevens. Following her graduation from Cloquet High School, she furthered her education at Macalester College in St. Paul. Love called Lynne back to Cloquet, where she was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Bennet Roginski, at the Presbyterian Church on May 20, 1961. They made... Full story
Scott Allan Sunnarborg passed away at the age of 65 on Dec. 8, 2023, at his home in Esko. Scott was born on Aug. 25, 1958, to Kenneth and Claudia (Sink) Sunnarborg in Duluth. He attended Esko schools and graduated in 1977. Scott worked as a heavy equipment operator for Thomson Township and St. Louis County. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Esko fire department, and retired after 38 years. Scott was united in marriage to Alicia Flanagan on Aug. 3, 2002, at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in... Full story
Shirley Lou Hemmila, 96, passed from this life into the eternal arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Earl Hemmila; father, Edward Earl House; mother, Louisa Mae House; three brothers, four sisters and son Merle Hemmila. She is survived by her children Earl Hemmila, daughter-in-law Sue Hemmila, Keith (Judy) Hemmila, Bruce (Mary) Hemmila, and Jan (Tony) Heikkila; and 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one... Full story
Stella Daniele, 97, of Cloquet passed away on Dec. 10, 2023, at Community Memorial Hospital in Cloquet. She was born July 6, 1926, in Piminoro, Italy to Joseph and Josephine Mammone. In 1948, Stella was married to Bruno Daniele in Italy. They shared 18 months of marriage prior to his death. At age 53, Stella relocated to the USA and settled in Hibbing with her brother Joseph and his family. She became a member of the First Assembly Church in Hibbing and was very active in her congregation and... Full story
James Alan Ziehl passed away peacefully at St. Luke's hospital on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, at the age of 66, with his wife, Lori, by his side. The eldest son of Ronald and Barbara Ziehl of Cloquet, Jim was an avid Boy Scout in his younger years, earning Eagle rank in 1972. He was awarded many merits as part of the swim team, alongside twin sister Robbin (Fish). Jim joined the U.S. Navy in 1976, and 1976-1980 was an electrician aboard the USS Coral Sea CV-43, where he met best friend, Jeff Ridley.... Full story
Elwin Joseph Benton, 85, passed away peacefully Dec. 2, 2023, in his home in Cloquet. He was born in Cloquet on Nov. 22, 1938, to Joseph and Marie (Diver) Benton. He grew up in Cloquet and Duluth, where he attended Cathedral High School. At age 17, Elwin joined the U.S. Navy. He was honorably discharged before his 21st birthday, and traveled the country before joining the U.S. Army, serving until 1967. Upon returning to Duluth, he earned degrees in sociology and psychology at the University of M... Full story
Joanne Nina Beck, 87, of Cromwell died peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, in Villa Vista Care Center in Cromwell. She was born on Oct. 29, 1936, in Grantsburg, Wisconsin to Sherman and Nina Bergstrom. Joanne grew up in Superior, where she attended school. She worked as a caregiver for her nieces, nephews and her mother, and did some waitressing in her younger years. On Dec. 18, 1954, Joanne married Roy Beck in Cloquet. They lived in Cromwell, where they dairy farmed and raised Newfoundland... Full story
Bruce N. Beck, 86, of Carlton passed away Nov. 28, 2023, at Moose Lake Village. He was born May 26, 1937, in Lauderdale, Minnesota, the son of Daniel and Isabelle (Jackson) Beck. Bruce worked as a heavy equipment operator for Union Local 49, mostly with Johnson Brothers. He was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1163 in Cloquet. Bruce enjoyed retirement on their hobby farm, and all the animals over the years. He was an avid golfer, golfing up to three times a week into his... Full story
On the evening of Dec. 1, 2023, the peace of eternal life was granted to Fred Westlund, 73, after enduring a long battle with the complications of lymphedema. Frederick Kim Westlund was born July 8, 1950 in Duluth, the third child born to Rodney and Lois Westlund. A very close family, the Westlunds lived in close proximity to their extended family and spent many happy days at their grandparents' cabin on Little Grand Lake near Saginaw, where Fred's deep love of nature began. He found great... Full story
Allan Lee Clark, 72, of Cloquet passed away Nov. 20, 2023. He was born on May 4, 1951, to Floyd and Bessie (Casey) Clark. Allan worked in HVAC for many years and was an avid hot rod enthusiast. Allan is survived by his daughters, Shannon Clark and Nikki (Brian) Shockley; grandchildren, Oswald, Maret, Julia, and Thomas; great-granddaughter, Everly; and siblings, Judy Tollerud, Daryl (Carol) Clark, and Kathy Arbour. A gathering of family and friends will be held 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024... Full story
Mathew John Smith, 41, of Brookston passed away Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 in Brookston. He was born on July 24, 1982, in Cloquet to John Smith and Patricia Melin. A Gathering of Friends and Family will be held 3-6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 at the Arrowhead Town Hall, 9798 Highway 2, Brookston. Arrangements entrusted to Atkins Northland Funeral Home, Cloquet. To sign the guest book and leave an online tribute, see www.atkins northlandfuneralhome.com. Pine Knot News, Dec. 8, 2023... Full story
Ruth Jean Fuller, 91, of Cloquet passed away Dec. 2, 2023, surrounded by family at her home. She was born on April 30, 1932, to John Edward and Ruth Magdeline (Lovvig) Anderson in Cloquet. Ruth graduated from Cloquet High School and soon after was united in marriage to Robert Fuller. The couple went on to be blessed with 73 years of marriage and six children. Throughout her life, Ruth was a wonderful homemaker and expressed her love by cooking for her family. Ruth was also a gifted painter. She... Full story
Thomas Arthur Lavan, age 74, of Tamarack, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023 at CentraCare Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota. He was born in Cloquet on July 27, 1949 to Gene and Betty (Decker) Lavan. He was united in marriage to Sharon Tobias on August 26, 2020, after a long and happy courtship. Tom grew up in Cloquet and graduated in 1968. When a young man, he was an avid hunter and trapper. He served on a Navy destroyer during the Vietnam war. He was a gifted mechanic... Full story
Scott Allan Sunnarborg passed away at the age of 65 on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, at his home in Esko. Scott was born on Aug. 25, 1958, to Kenneth and Claudia (Sink) Sunnarborg in Duluth, Minnesota. He attended Esko Schools and graduated in 1977. Scott worked as a heavy equipment operator for Thomson Township and St. Louis County. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Esko Fire Department and retired after 38 years. Scott was united in marriage to Alicia Flanagan on Aug. 3, 2002, at Queen of Peace C... Full story
Daniel “Boone” Richard Powless, age 74 of Bemidji, Minnesota passed away Friday, November 24, 2023, in his home. A wake service will be held from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, at Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet, Minnesota. A traditional funeral service starts at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30, at Nelson Funeral Care. Burial will be held Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at the Oneida Sacred Burial Grounds in Oneida, Wisconsin. Allan Lee Clark, 72 of Cloquet, passed away on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. A service is planned for January. Look for a full obituary in nex... Full story
